YMCA EmergeOrtho 5K
From Full Send Racing
- Date Sat 16th May 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Wilmington, North Carolina
- Price $27.50 - $48.70
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the YMCA EmergeOrtho 5K on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in beautiful Wilmington, New Hanover! Organised by Full Send Racing, this exciting event aims to support the incredible Girls on the Run and STRIDE programs, which empower young boys and girls through running and valuable life lessons. The funds raised from this race will provide essential scholarships for participants, ensuring that every child has access to these transformative experiences, regardless of their financial situation.
Participating in the EmergeOrtho 5K not only promotes a healthy lifestyle but also fosters self-esteem and character development in our youth. With over 40% of participants relying on financial assistance, your involvement is crucial to making a difference in their lives. Lace up your running shoes and join us for a day filled with community spirit, fun, and purpose, as we help shape the leaders of tomorrow! Don't miss out on this opportunity to support a worthy cause and create lasting change!
Participating in the EmergeOrtho 5K not only promotes a healthy lifestyle but also fosters self-esteem and character development in our youth. With over 40% of participants relying on financial assistance, your involvement is crucial to making a difference in their lives. Lace up your running shoes and join us for a day filled with community spirit, fun, and purpose, as we help shape the leaders of tomorrow! Don't miss out on this opportunity to support a worthy cause and create lasting change!
Organiser's Description
Girls on the Run and STRIDE are innovative health education and wellness programs, combining the power of running with life-changing self esteem and character-enhancing lessons. These lessons encourage healthy habits and active lifestyles in young boys and girls.
Many in our community are unable to afford access to this life-changing program. That's where you come in! All proceeds from the EmergeOrtho 5K go towards helping provide scholarships for these participants. Over 40% of our Girls on the Run & STRIDE participants utilize financial assistance and we couldn't support these families without your help!
CONTACT US
Race Director: Ashley Barnes, ashley.barnes@ymcasenc.org
Girls on the Run/STRIDE Coordinator: Laura Spooner, Laura.Spooner@ymcasenc.org
Many in our community are unable to afford access to this life-changing program. That's where you come in! All proceeds from the EmergeOrtho 5K go towards helping provide scholarships for these participants. Over 40% of our Girls on the Run & STRIDE participants utilize financial assistance and we couldn't support these families without your help!
CONTACT US
Race Director: Ashley Barnes, ashley.barnes@ymcasenc.org
Girls on the Run/STRIDE Coordinator: Laura Spooner, Laura.Spooner@ymcasenc.org
Races
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In-Person 5k
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Your Choice of Shirt or Tank
Sat 16th May 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$48.70
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Run Buddy Registration
Incl. $2.65 Fee & Your Choice of Shirt or Tank
Sat 16th May 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$30.15
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Student/Coach GOTR and STRIDE
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 16th May 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$27.50
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UNCW Greene Track and Field Complex, Wilmington, 28405, NC, United States
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